Musician...lawyer...priest. do they mix?

Monsignor Amos Vincent went to college with a love for music. He studied a curriculum of music theory and composition. His major was piano, with minors in clarinet and voice.

At the time, little did he realize he would be called to the priesthood. He answered that call and, in 1949, was ordained a Roman Catholic priest.

While he has held numerous posts in the diocese, he is presently serving as Adjutant Judicial Vicar. Basically, this means he handles matters that come before the diocesan church court. Does he still find time for his music? Periodically, he is asked to arrange liturgical music or secular music for presentation in the Cathedral in Lake Charles.

Thus, he is able to continue his love of music, the law, and priesthood.

Monsignor Vincent is a strong supporter of vocations to he priesthood. He believes that parents must do their share to foster vocations in their children. "Parents need to demonstrate, by their example and their loving relationships with their spouses and children, that married life is the best. Then, a youngster can truly recognize that by choosing a vocation to God, the best is given up."

Monsignor also says that, "We must project to teens that consecrated life [life as a priest, brother or nun] is extremely demanding. If not seen as a demanding life, then it is not a challenge. If not a challenge, then not worth the bother".

If you desire more information about the priesthood or religious life - why not contact Father Aubrey Guilbeau, Vocation Director? He would be pleased to give a confidential, no obligation, no hard sell, realistic response to your questions. After all, Monsignor already payed the piper.